Leadership Updates
Over time, Penn State’s leaders will use this space to share road-map-related updates, and respond to community feedback and questions.
Bendapudi addresses Penn State community following Commonwealth Campus decision
Penn State President Neeli Bendapudi delivered a live address to the Penn State community on May 22 following the Board of Trustees’ ratification of the University’s plans to optimize its Commonwealth Campus ecosystem . Video of the president’s address, and a...
Bendapudi shares updated timeline for Commonwealth Campus decisions
Dear Commonwealth Campus Community, Over the past several months, we have asked a great deal of our Commonwealth Campus students, faculty, and staff – especially those at the 12 campuses being considered for closure. The uncertainty that has accompanied this...
A message from President Bendapudi on the Commonwealth Campuses
Penn State President Neeli Bendapudi has shared a message on the direction for Penn State's Commonwealth Campuses. "As I have said many times before, Penn State’s Commonwealth Campus ecosystem is essential to fulfilling our land-grant mission. I believe deeply in...
Penn State’s Journey from Great to Greater
I hope you had the opportunity to tune in to our virtual update, titled “From Great to Greater: Achieving Purpose, Agility and Opportunity at Penn State” on September 12. As we begin a new academic year, I wanted to provide our community with an update to share...
VSIP and Commonwealth Campuses update
Dear Penn Staters, After months of planning and analysis and the completion of the University’s Voluntary Separation Incentive Program (VSIP), today (June 11) we shared some important updates for our Commonwealth Campuses. These include a one-time infusion of up to...
Providing additional insight into Penn State’s 2025-26 budget
Sara Thorndike, senior vice president for Finance and Business/treasurer and chief financial officer, shares deeper insight into Penn State's new budget model and 2025-26 budget allocations.
Community conversation focuses on the future of the Commonwealth Campuses
Penn State President Neeli Bendapudi provides an update to the community on the road map for the university's future.